How to stay healthy this holiday

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year when you’re able to stuff your face with as much food as possible without being judged. As enjoyable as this sounds, the aftermath can be less than pleasing. For many people, the holiday season can pack on pounds. Mom’s casserole or Grandma’s stuffing may have been worth it at the time, but in the end it can … Continue reading How to stay healthy this holiday

Men’s Soccer finishes season at National tournament

This past Saturday the Gustavus men’s soccer team advanced to the NCAA tournament held in Northfield, Minnesota to play against University of Wisconsin. Even though the team returned without the victory in this tournament, the men’s soccer team has only lost two games all year. They are currently ranked in the top 25 of the NCAA National teams. Head Coach Mike Middleton says he is … Continue reading Men’s Soccer finishes season at National tournament

Controversial wolf hunting season opens

In January of 2012, Minnesota’s wolf population was removed from federal protection under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and put under the control of Minnesota’s Department of Natural Resources. Despite the success of repopulating wolves after a long and threatened history in Minnesota, emotions were mixed as Minnesotans learned of the DNR’s plan for a hunting and trapping season to regulate the number of wolves … Continue reading Controversial wolf hunting season opens

Women’s Cross Country wins…

…Conference Championships The Gustavus women’s Cross Country team had a strong race at the MIAC Conference Championships last Saturday, which were held at the Como Golf Course in Saint Paul. Heading into the meet the women were ranked fifth, but had a goal of attaining second in the Conference. The Gustie women outperformed their goal and won the title of Conference Champions for the second … Continue reading Women’s Cross Country wins…

Men’s Swimming: a preview of success

The Gustavus men’s swim team is kicking off their season with a meet against Saint Olaf College in Northfield, Minn. on Friday, Nov. 9. “They’ve been swimming for a month,  and it is time to race. They are all very excited. Saint Olaf will be tough, but I think we have improved quite a bit. It is going to be some good racing,” Head Coach … Continue reading Men’s Swimming: a preview of success

Seniors provide heartbeat of the Football team

This Saturday’s football game, against Concordia College marks the last game in a Gustavus uniform for the team’s 15 senior players.  The Gustavus football team started out strong, winning its season opener against Simpson College 35-26. After some close losses to Augsburg and St. Olaf, the football team rebounded to take a commanding 37-0 victory over Hamline University.  Sitting at an even 2-2 record going … Continue reading Seniors provide heartbeat of the Football team

Please stand up while reading

While you read this article, do me a favor. Stand up. Although most students associate eating junk food and lack of exercise with poor health, extended periods of sitting are just as detrimental. According to Alexandra Sifferlin’s article, “Why Prolonged Sitting is Bad for Your Health,” adults who sit for 11 or more hours per day have a 40 percent increased risk of dying in … Continue reading Please stand up while reading

Women’s Hockey teams up with…

Αlpha Sigma Tau to support Sobczak family As an excellent hockey goalie, dedicated student, involved Gustie, and good friend to many, Marah Sobczak exemplifies the traits of a young woman with a bright future ahead of her. This past August, her plans were abruptly interrupted by a severe car crash in which Sobczak and her sister were hit head-on, requiring numerous surgeries and time to … Continue reading Women’s Hockey teams up with…

Men’s Soccer earns Conference title

The Gustavus Men’s soccer team defeated Macalester on Saturday Oct. 27, earning the first Gustavus conference title since 2007 with a score of 1-0. The team finished off the 2012 regular season with an overall record of 14-2-1, and 8-1-1 in the MIAC. Senior captain Jackson Zoellner sent the ball to the box from thirty yards out, causing the ball to bounce from Macalester’s keeper’s … Continue reading Men’s Soccer earns Conference title

Vikings punter speaks out…

…on topic of same-sex marriage In September, Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe created quite a stir when he wrote an expletive-laden letter to Maryland Delegate Emmett C. Burns, Jr. The letter expressed Kluwe’s anger at Burns for writing a letter to the Baltimore Ravens ownership demanding that they silence linebacker Brendon Ayanbadejo who has been an outspoken marriage equality advocate. In his letter to Burns, … Continue reading Vikings punter speaks out…